Déjà vu
Avril Lavigne Lyrics
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It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Time to act your age
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Just admit it, you're an asshole, living in a castle
You think you're better than everyone
But you can't buy me with something shiny
'Cause I am not like everyone
I think I've had it, enough of your bullshit
You're not romantic, you for sure are hopeless
I'll buy a Range Rover just to run you over and call you out
Am I insane expecting you to change?
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Time to act your age
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Pills and alcohol
Excuses, yeah, I've heard them all
Insane, expecting you to change
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Oh-oh, oh-oh (over and over with you)
Déjà vu
Oh-oh, oh-oh (over and over with you)
You think that the number inside of your bank account
Is the way into my heart
They say you're a saint, but you act like a sinner
Yeah, I should've known right from the start
But I think I've had it, enough of emotions
You're not romantic, you for sure are hopeless
When in doubt, I'll take a picture of us and I'll cut you out
Am I insane expecting you to change?
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Time to act your age
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Pills and alcohol
Excuses, yeah, I've heard them all
Insane, expecting you to change
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
I've seen this all a thousand times (a thousand times)
Stuck in the memory
I can't go back and change your mind (can't change your mind)
Why does this keep happening?
Right time, wrong situation
Was all my love wasted?
I've seen this all a thousand times (too many times)
Am I insane expecting you to change?
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Yime to act your age
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Pills and alcohol
Excuses, yeah, I've heard them all
Insane, expecting you to change
It's the same thing over and over again
Déjà vu
Oh-oh, oh-oh (over and over with you)
Déjà vu
Oh-oh, oh-oh (over and over with you)
Déjà vu
In Avril Lavigne's song "Déjà Vu," the lyrics explore the repetitive nature of a toxic relationship. The singer expresses frustration and exasperation towards their partner who continues to exhibit the same negative behavior. The repetitive phrase "It's the same thing over and over again, Déjà vu" highlights the cycle of disappointment and disillusionment that the singer experiences.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has reached a breaking point, realizing that their expectations for change were unreasonable. They question their own sanity, acknowledging the futility of hoping for a different outcome. The line "Time to act your age" implies that the partner's actions are immature and inappropriate.
Towards the end of the song, the lyrics become more confrontational as the singer asserts their independence and refusal to be manipulated. The mention of pills and alcohol alludes to unhealthy coping mechanisms that may be present in the relationship. The singer expresses their exhaustion with excuses and their lack of faith in the possibility of change.
Overall, "Déjà Vu" delves into the frustrating cycle of a toxic relationship, where the singer grapples with the realization that their partner is unlikely to change.
Line by Line Meaning
Am I insane expecting you to change?
Is it crazy for me to hope that you will transform?
It's the same thing over and over again
It's a repetitive cycle of the same behavior
Déjà vu
A feeling of familiarity or repetition
Time to act your age
It's time for you to behave maturely
Just admit it, you're an asshole, living in a castle
Acknowledge that you are an unpleasant person, living in your own delusional world
You think you're better than everyone
You believe you are superior to others
But you can't buy me with something shiny
Material possessions won't win me over
'Cause I am not like everyone
I am different from the average person
I think I've had it, enough of your bullshit
I've reached my limit, tired of your nonsense
You're not romantic, you for sure are hopeless
You lack romance, and it's clear you have no hope
I'll buy a Range Rover just to run you over and call you out
I'll purchase a luxury car just to metaphorically crush you and expose your true nature
Pills and alcohol
Using substances to cope or escape
Excuses, yeah, I've heard them all
I've heard every excuse before
You think that the number inside of your bank account
You believe that your wealth defines your worth
Is the way into my heart
That money is the key to winning my love
They say you're a saint, but you act like a sinner
People claim you are virtuous, but your actions prove otherwise
Yeah, I should've known right from the start
I should have realized this from the beginning
But I think I've had it, enough of emotions
I've reached my limit, tired of dealing with emotions
When in doubt, I'll take a picture of us and I'll cut you out
If there's any uncertainty, I'll edit you out of my life
I've seen this all a thousand times (a thousand times)
I've witnessed this scenario repeatedly
Stuck in the memory
Unable to forget or move on
I can't go back and change your mind (can't change your mind)
I cannot alter your thoughts or opinions
Why does this keep happening?
Why does this repetitive cycle continue?
Right time, wrong situation
The timing is right, but the circumstances are unfavorable
Was all my love wasted?
Did I invest my love in vain?
Am I insane expecting you to change?
Is it insane for me to hope that you will transform?
Yime to act your age
It's time for you to behave maturely
Oh-oh, oh-oh (over and over with you)
Repeatedly experiencing the same situation with you
Déjà vu
A feeling of familiarity or repetition
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Avril Lavigne, Derek Smith, John Feldmann
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Finn Levi
I had a friend who loved Avril Lavigne, and I'm so sad that she's not here anymore to listen to this album. I'm gonna party all night for her.
tasya hamizah
that so nice of you!
big cat
There is no doubt in my mind that she is listening right, RIGHT NOW.
F-ck the Grammy's.
Berna Vivas Gutiérrez
We all are gonna party all night for her too 💕 lml
Finn Levi
@Berna Vivas Gutiérrez Thank you so much, that's lovely.
Ybu
Rip 🙏🏼💐
Thiago Teixeira
Been listening to Avril since I was 14 in 2002.
I’m 34 now and I still love her songs.
And now I'm feeling Deja vu: Avril Lavigne is back pop punk
Henry Eddington
Me 2
qopwdfb
+1
Sean Spellacy
This one caught my ear instantly. I hope they make it a single, so catchy!!